Tag Archives: inclusion

1960’s SODA

January 25, 2012

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We’re going on a trip through the time tunnel…..back to the 1960’s.  JFK was in The White House and The British Invasion was on the way. TV shows were in black and white and nobody had heard of closed-captioning.  My older sister was living most of the year at the Indiana School for the Deaf. […]

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What is Deaf Culture?

January 9, 2012

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Andres Tapia recently shared some thoughts regarding the paradox of inclusion…..with particular focus on the Deaf Community. His perspective inspires reflection and commentary. Deafness is one of the most overlooked and misunderstood dimensions of diversity not just outside the diversity and inclusion field, but actually within it. As you continue to read think about how […]

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The Deaf Seniors Foundation – Palm Springs

December 28, 2011

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Early in 2011, The Sign Language Company volunteered our interpreting services to support ‘The Deaf Seniors Foundation‘ in Palm Springs. The DSF hosted a Black Tie Gala at The historic Riviera Hotel in Palm Springs. We enjoyed wonderful food and entertainment. Entertainment Icons from the Deaf Community were there to speak and support the Foundation. The […]

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